UK surname
An occupational surname derived from the German "lader," meaning a loader or carter.
In the 1881 census there were 33 people recorded with the Lader surname, ranking it #28,965 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 18, ranked #36,832, down from #28,965 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Paddington, Boston (incl. Boston allotments) and Battersea. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Lader is 124 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 45.5%.
1881 census count
33
Ranked #28,965
Modern count
18
2016, ranked #36,832
Peak year
1861
124 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Lader surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Lader surname density by area, 1861 census.
Timeline
Back to topThe table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.
| Year | Period | Count | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1851 | historical | 36 | #26,838 |
| 1861 | historical | 124 | #17,797 |
| 1881 | historical | 33 | #28,965 |
| 1891 | historical | 34 | #31,604 |
| 1901 | historical | 32 | #30,501 |
| 1911 | historical | 24 | #30,800 |
| 1997 | modern | 22 | #35,584 |
| 1998 | modern | 18 | #36,135 |
| 1999 | modern | 17 | #36,261 |
| 2000 | modern | 15 | #36,425 |
| 2001 | modern | 16 | #36,160 |
| 2002 | modern | 15 | #36,381 |
| 2003 | modern | 19 | #36,011 |
| 2004 | modern | 13 | #36,742 |
| 2005 | modern | 14 | #36,730 |
| 2006 | modern | 13 | #36,902 |
| 2007 | modern | 14 | #36,886 |
| 2008 | modern | 17 | #36,699 |
| 2009 | modern | 15 | #36,942 |
| 2010 | modern | 22 | #36,462 |
| 2011 | modern | 25 | #36,252 |
| 2012 | modern | 20 | #36,570 |
| 2013 | modern | 22 | #36,477 |
| 2014 | modern | 20 | #36,654 |
| 2015 | modern | 18 | #36,809 |
| 2016 | modern | 18 | #36,832 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Paddington, Boston (incl. Boston allotments), Battersea, Edinburgh and Portsmouth, Portsea. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.
The modern local-area list points to No data. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.
| Rank | Parish | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paddington | London (West Districts) |
| 2 | Boston (incl. Boston allotments) | Lincolnshire |
| 3 | Battersea | London (South Districts) |
| 4 | Edinburgh | Edinburgh |
| 5 | Portsmouth, Portsea | Hampshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Lader surname in historical and recent records.
Recent female names
Recent male names
Modern profile
Back to topModern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Lader, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.
These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.
The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.
UK neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Nationally, the Lader surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Lader household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.
London neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Within London, Lader is most associated with areas classed as No data, part of No data. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.
Broadband speed
The modern neighbourhood pattern for Lader is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Lader, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Lader is believed to have originated from Germany, and its earliest known presence dates back to the 14th century. It is derived from the German word "Lader," which means "loader" or "packer," suggesting an occupational origin for individuals who worked as loaders or packers of goods.
The name Lader is found in various historical records and documents from different regions of Germany, particularly in areas around the Rhine River. Some of the earliest recorded examples of the name can be traced back to the 14th and 15th centuries, with entries in municipal records, tax rolls, and other official documents.
One notable historical reference to the name Lader can be found in the "Chronica Regia Coloniensis," a chronicle of the city of Cologne, which mentions a certain Johannes Lader in the year 1389. Another early recorded instance is from the town of Münster, where a man named Henricus Lader is listed in a tax register from the year 1412.
In the 16th century, the name Lader appeared in various forms, such as Lader, Laders, and Laderer, reflecting regional variations in spelling and pronunciation. One prominent individual bearing this surname was Hans Lader, a merchant and councilor in the city of Augsburg, who lived from around 1510 to 1578.
As the name spread across different regions of Germany, it also took on various place-name associations. For instance, in the Rhineland area, the name was sometimes combined with place names like Laderdorf or Laderberg, indicating a connection to specific localities.
Among the notable figures throughout history who bore the surname Lader, one can mention Johann Lader (1522-1591), a German theologian and writer who served as a professor at the University of Tübingen. Another significant individual was Christian Lader (1696-1770), a German composer and organist who lived and worked in Wittenberg.
In the 19th century, the name Lader gained some prominence in the United States, likely due to German immigration. One notable American with this surname was Andrew M. Lader (1858-1929), a businessman and politician who served as the 37th Mayor of Seattle from 1910 to 1912.
Overall, the surname Lader has a rich history rooted in German heritage, with its earliest known origins dating back to the 14th century and a strong association with occupational and place-name influences.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Lader surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.
Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Middlesex leads with 9 Laders recorded in 1881 and an index of 2.80x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 9 | 2.80x |
| Midlothian | 7 | 16.25x |
| Kent | 5 | 4.56x |
| Lincolnshire | 3 | 5.83x |
| Surrey | 2 | 1.28x |
| Bedfordshire | 1 | 6.01x |
| Cheshire | 1 | 1.41x |
| Durham | 1 | 1.05x |
| Lanarkshire | 1 | 0.96x |
| Somerset | 1 | 1.93x |
| Suffolk | 1 | 2.55x |
| Yorkshire | 1 | 0.31x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Paddington London in Middlesex leads with 9 Laders recorded in 1881 and an index of 76.08x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Paddington London | 9 | 76.08x |
| Edinburgh St Cuthberts | 7 | 40.37x |
| Boston | 3 | 192.31x |
| Walmer | 3 | 625.00x |
| Deptford St Paul | 2 | 23.64x |
| Bedford St Paul | 1 | 87.72x |
| Bowdon | 1 | 357.14x |
| Ipswich St Mathew | 1 | 90.91x |
| Merton | 1 | 370.37x |
| Monkwearmouth | 1 | 108.70x |
| Newington | 1 | 8.42x |
| Old Monkland | 1 | 24.21x |
| Sheffield | 1 | 9.85x |
| Weston Super Mare | 1 | 76.34x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Lader surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Lader surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
FAQ
In 1881, 33 people were recorded with the Lader surname. That placed it at #28,965 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 18 in 2016. That gives Lader a modern rank of #36,832.
An occupational surname derived from the German "lader," meaning a loader or carter.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Lader bearers relative to the surrounding population.
The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.